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Ex-Chargers CB Asante Samuel Jr. gets updated return timeline after offseason surgery

Former Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel has yet to sign with a team in free agency as he continues to recover from offseason neck surgery.

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Former Chargers special teams ace shockingly cut by Texans

A former Los Angeles Chargers' standout is one of the surprise early moves of NFL roster cutdown day as Tuesday morning Nick Niemann was cut by the Houston Texans.

Falcons send former Chargers draft pick packing after the preseason

The Los Angeles Chargers are continuing to get rid of the stink from the Brandon Staley and Tom Telesco era of the franchise. While Jim Harbaugh and Joe Hortiz began this last offseason, this was always going to be a multiple-season job if they wanted to build a Super Bowl contender.

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Los Angeles Chargers 2025 NFL waiver wire order for roster cutdowns deadline

If Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers want to get active on the NFL waiver wire, they will need to wait behind more than 20 teams after final cuts.

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How many of the players to record at least five seasons with at least 1,000-receiving yards in their NFL career can you name in seven minutes?

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3 NFL final roster cuts Chargers should target after league's 53-man deadline

The Los Angeles Chargers won’t sit still after final roster cutdowns. Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers need help in some key areas, which means forming the “final” roster and then looking to the NFL’s trade block, waiver wire and pool of free agents. As NFL final cuts continue ahead of the 4 p.m.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

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Justin Herbert, Madison Beer continue fueling romance rumors after public outing

The dating rumors of a budding romance between Justin Herbert and Madison Beer have been fueled after the singer was once again seen out and about with the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback.

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NFL insider believes Najee Harris injury has opened door for Omarion Hampton

The Los Angeles Chargers are preparing for a massive Week 1 showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. Playing the reigning AFC champions means being at your best and having your best on the field.

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Hollywood love affair, fan favorite causes frenzy, and more

The Los Angeles Chargers are getting closer and closer to the start of the regular season. As the excitement builds, there's still plenty to discuss. Let's take a closer look at some of the headlines leading the team as we take another step closer to the regular season with our Chargers news roundup.

Chargers' former leading rusher appears to be Broncos' 2025 starter

The Los Angeles Chargers revamped their backfield this offseason by signing veteran Najee Harris and selecting Omarion Hampton in the first round. They even had J.K.

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Chargers should pursue former 2nd-round DT to bolster the defensive line

The Los Angeles Chargers have a relatively stout defensive unit. Heading into their second year under coordinator Jesse Minter, the Chargers' defense has an influx of talent at plenty of positions.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Jerry Rice’s son Brenden gets cut by NFL team

There’s going to be a Rice shortage in the NFL next season. Several reporters confirmed Monday that Brenden Rice, son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, was being cut by the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Chargers make first cut in WR Brenden Rice, son of Hall of Famer Jerry Rice

The Chargers' full list of roster cutdowns will be out on Tuesday by the deadline. But, the team got to an early start on the roster trimming today. WR Brenden Rice, son of Hall of Famer Jerry Rice, is reportedly being released by the team.

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Chargers fans can't help but laugh as another painful domino falls for Raiders

Given the longstanding rivalry that's existed between the Los Angeles Chargers and Las Vegas Raiders franchises, which has existed since the two clubs joined the ranks of professional football together back in 1960 as charter members of the AFL, Bolts fans naturally don't mind chuckling when misfortune falls upon the Silver & Black.

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Chargers land only three players on ESPN's Top 100 list

Not sure if we can trust any list that has Myles Garrett as the third-best player in the NFL and 2024 receiving triple-crown winner Ja'Marr Chase ranked as WR2, but here goes ...

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Former Super Bowl MVP offers up a bold Chargers prediction (and loves Ladd McConkey)

As Jim Harbaugh came in and turned the Los Angeles Chargers from a 5-12 laughingstock into an 11-6 playoff team in just one season, there are naturally high expectations heading into the 2025 campaign.

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‘It Was About The Padres’: Chargers Fans Get Trolled With Cryptic Emoji

Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson sent fans into a frenzy this week with a single emoji that raised questions about his future with the team. Known for his lively social media presence, Jefferson dropped a scissors emoji — a symbol often tied to “cuts” — just as NFL rosters were approaching the league’s final trimming deadline.

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Justin Herbert's potential new love interest rumors heat up after another viral photo

The week before the start of the NFL season is always the longest. It's going to feel even longer for Los Angeles Chargers fans as the team will take part in a special Week 1 Friday game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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NFL analyst thinks the time is now for the Chargers to throw in the towel on a former first round pick and trade him away

Quentin Johnston is entering his third year in the NFL since being drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in the first round of the 20223 NFL Draft. He was able to take a solid step forward last season after a disappointing rookie year.

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Los Angeles Chargers roster cuts & news tracker 2025: Full list of players released

The Los Angeles Chargers and Jim Harbaugh have some tough decisions to make while forming a final 53-man roster before the NFL deadline on Tuesday. Harbaugh

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Predicting Chargers Practice Squad: Can Preseason Stars Clear Waivers?

The Los Angeles Chargers have finished their preseason and off-season for the 2025 season. With 90 guys on the roster, they were able to get a clear viewpoint of where each player stands.

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The Los Angeles Chargers could get their prized free agent signing back as General Manager Joe Hortiz gives positive update regarding injury

The Los Angeles Chargers could have their new running back on the field sooner than expected. General manager Joe Hortiz expressed optimism Saturday night that Najee Harris will be ready when the Chargers open the season in Brazil against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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